The average train between South Dublin and Cork takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from South Dublin to Cork. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between South Dublin and Cork. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from South Dublin is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Cork at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Heuston and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from South Dublin to Cork. However, there are services departing from South Dublin station and arriving at Cork station via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
South Dublin to Cork train services, operated by Luas, depart from Dublin Heuston station.
South Dublin to Cork train services, operated by Luas, arrive at Cork station.
The distance between South Dublin and Cork is 211.3 km. The road distance is 274 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.